Ted was born March 16, 1954 and at the age of 69 went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ (John 3:16) on March 7, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father and stepmother, Tony and Jane Rader; and stepfather, Chester Young.
He is survived by his wife, Cheryl, of nearly 40 years; son, Joshua Rader (Whitney); daughter, Jenna Rasnick (JR); grandchildren, Everett and Kenneth Rasnick, Clara Rader; step-grandchildren, Conner, Caroline and Charlotte; mother, Clara Young; siblings, Pam Jamison, Kim Musgrove (Donald), Paul Rader, Tony Rader (Lisa); and other numerous family.
He was a special man who was loving, kind, and a friend to many.
In lieu of flowers those wishing to make a contribution please consider St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Fincastle Baptist Church Missions or become an organ donor. Ted received a special gift of a heart from an organ donor and in return he became an organ donor to help others. Viewing for our beloved will be at Botetourt Funeral Home on Saturday, March 16, 12 noon-2 p.m., with the funeral to follow. Burial service will be at Springwood Baptist Church.
